Sermons on Decision Making:

The Making Of A Faithful People (Joshua 5:1-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 22, 2021

Joshua isn't simply about the conquest of Canaan. God is shaping his people, into truly becoming "his" people. (They'd been neglecting circumcision, and the Passover.)

Let's start today by simply reading our passage, Joshua 5:1-12: (1) And then, as soon as all the kings of the Amorites heard, who [were] on the other side of the Jordan to the west, with all the kings of the Canaanites who [were] at the sea, that Yahweh had dried up the waters of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12, Genesis 17:1-14, Exodus 12:43-49, Numbers 9:1-14

Make Them Pay! (Psalm 5:1-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 15, 2022

In prayer, we can tell God what we think He needs to hear. Not what we think He wants to hear.

Today, we get to work through Psalm 5. This will be a treat :) (5:1) Of/for the director. With flutes. A song of/for David. (2) I have said, "My words, hear, O Yahweh. Understand my sighing/groaning. When things are really bad in life, you lose your ability to form words. All that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12, Romans 12:17-21, James 5:1-6, Revelation 6:9-11

Just A Spoonful Of Sugar Makes The Medicine Go Down Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 17, 2016

A study of the book of Job 34: 1 – 37

Job 34: 1 – 37 Just A Spoonful Of Sugar Makes The Medicine Go Down 1 Elihu further answered and said: 2 “Hear my words, you wise men; Give ear to me, you who have knowledge. 3 For the ear tests words as the palate tastes food. 4 Let us choose justice for ourselves; Let us know among ...read more

Scripture: Job 34:1-37

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why You Should Make A Covenant With Your Eyes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 2, 2017

Message discusses why one should avoid porn and adultery.

Job said he made a covenant with his eyes not to look lustfully at a girl. Let’s look at the passage in the Amplified Version. He said, I dictated a covenant (an agreement) to my eyes; how then could I look (lustfully) upon a girl? For what portion should I have from God my (if I were lewd), and ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why You Should Make A Covenant With Your Eyes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 12, 2017

Discusses the benefits of making a covenant with our eyes, which is key to avoiding sin.

Job a man of wisdom made a covenant with his eyes not to look lustfully upon a woman. God appeared to be impressed with Job's actions and bragged about him to Satan, saying "Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Poverty With Integrity Makes One Smarter Than The Rich Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 16, 2017

Part 16 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways" (Prov. 28:6). "A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out" (Prov. 28:11). Proverbs 28:6 and 11 give corresponding meanings. It talks about poor people with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:6-11, Proverbs 15:16, Proverbs 22:4, Ecclesiastes 9:14-17, Proverbs 28:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Why You Need To Make A Covenant With Your Eyes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 18, 2017

Messages discusses how and why we need to guard our eyes in today's culture.

The key to surviving temptation involves guarding our eyes with all diligence. In Matthew 18:9, Jesus said if your eye causes you to sin pluck it out! Seems rather drastic but it makes the point. No we are not saying pluck out your eyes but we are saying do what's necessary to avoid/shun evil. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"making Your Calling And Election Sure"

Contributed by Jovanni Dinsay on Mar 19, 2025

In politics, especially with an incoming election, politicians typically secure several key things to ensure their success:

I. Introduction - Here are some things we often strive to secure in life: 1. Financial Security 2. Good Health 3. Loving Relationships 4. 4. Personal Safety 5. 5. Education 6. 6. Home 7. 7. Food 8. 8. Purpose 9. 9. Community 10. 10. Legacy In politics, especially with an incoming ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2024

The words of Matthew 28:19-20 are not just a suggestion or a guideline; they are a command from Jesus to His followers. This command is the heartbeat of Christianity, a call to Go! But it’s not just about going—it’s about what we do as we go.

Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19-20 Matthew 28:19-20 (NLT): “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Romans 6:4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How God Makes A Way Where There Seems To Be No Way

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

God is a Way Maker. When human options run out, God's divine interventions begin. He delights in showing His power in impossible places, making a way where there seems to be none.

HOW GOD MAKES A WAY WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:13-22, Psalm 77:19, Romans 4:17-21, 2 Kings 4:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Life often confronts us with situations that appear impossible—dead ends, closed doors, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When There Is No More Wine, He Makes New Wine

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

If your life has lost its “wine”—whether joy, peace, favour, or purpose—Jesus is still the One who makes new wine. He doesn’t just refill what is empty; He transforms what is common into something extraordinary.

WHEN THERE IS NO MORE WINE, HE MAKES NEW WINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 2:1-11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19, Joel 2:19, Psalm 104:15, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Revelation 21:5 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes reach moments of emptiness, dryness, or lack—moments when joy runs out, strength ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Life Doesn't Make Sense Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 8, 2025

Based on Psalm 73 - Encourages hearers to remember that, when life doesn't make sense, God has the answers.

“WHEN LIFE DOESN’T MAKE SENSE” Psalm 73 FBCF – 7/6/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – The Psalms are a mirror for the soul. “Somehow the psalmists seem to have anticipated all our awe, desires, & frustrations” (Tremper Longman, How to Read the Psalms). Lots of different feelings & emotions found ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In Jesus Christ Makes All The Difference In The World Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 22, 2021

Faith in Jesus Christ... 1. Will make miraculous changes in our lives (vs. 27-30). 2. Should inspire us to obey the Lord (vs. 29-31). 3. Should inspire us to bring more people to Jesus (vs. 32-33). 4. Is the dividing line for all mankind (vs. 33-34).

Faith in Jesus Christ Makes All the Difference in the World The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 9:27-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 22, 2021) MESSAGE: *In Matthew 8 and 9, the Holy Spirit of God led His Apostle to report a sample of the countless miracles Jesus worked during His ministry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-34

Denomination: Baptist

When Religion Doesn't Make It Anymore

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 6, 2024

Study in the journey from religion to relationship.

When Religion Doesn’t Make It Anymore John 3:1-21 3 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Making Present Christ's Law Of Love

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 29, 2024

In some way the prayer for or mention of the Philippians, in his mind, makes the folks in Philippi somehow present to him.

Friday of the Thirtieth Week in Course Today’s Gospel can be entitled “the hierarchy of laws.” Jesus is the ultimate wise man—distinguished from the more common “wise guy” by asking a question that anybody in a non-mechanical society could feel reasonable. Not everyone owned an ox or ass; the poor ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11, Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Catholic